1969 Honda S600 vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | S600 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 2607 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |